Extending social protection to migrant workers, refugees and their families

Countries and areas:

Global

2030 Agenda migration-relevant and related target Labels:

Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth

Goal 10: Reduced inequalities

GCM Thematic Cluster Areas:

Objective 16: Empower migrants and societies to realize full inclusion and social cohesion

Objective 6: Facilitate fair and ethical recruitment and safeguard conditions that ensure decent work

Objective 7: Address and reduce vulnerabilities in migration

Contributors:

International Organizations

Chairmanship:

France 2022-2023

Tags:

Labor Mobility, Migrant Protection and Assistance, Migrant Domestic Workers, Legal Frameworks on Migration

Summary:

In response to increasing concern for migrant workersí social protection rights, this Guide seeks to provide policymakers and practitioners with an overview of the legal framework and policy options relating to migrantsí and refugeesí access to social protection.
It also offers practical guidance based on country and regional practices that may inspire countries when engaging in legal reforms, negotiating social security agreements and designing social protection schemes.

Link:

https://www.ilo.org/wcmsp5/groups/public/---ed_protect/---protrav/---mig...

GFMD Source:

GFMD 2022-2023 - GRT 2 Background Paper "Rights and Migration: working to ensure the health, safety, and rights of migrants"